Strong Position Research Articles

Bryophytes of the Tapsinsky Reserve of the Republic of Tuva

The article presents the results of the study of bryophytes of the Tapsinsky state nature reserve in the Republic of Tuva. Compared with the higher vascular plants, bryophytes still remain a poorly studied group in many respects, especially in Tuva. For the first time, a list of mosses is published, numbering 33 species belonging to 24 genera and 16 families. Among the identified families, in terms of the number of species, Dicranaceae (15,1%), Hylocomiaceae (15,1%), Amblystegiaceae (12,1%), Olytrichaceae (12,1%), Aulacomniaceae (6%) are significant for high-mountain tundras, and the rest families are represented by one species each. A brief analysis of the studied bryoflora is given. In terms of the number of species, the leading place belongs to the genera Dicranum Hedw. and Polytrichum Hedw., represented respectively by the following mosses Dicranum acutifolium (Lindb. Arnell) C.E.J. Jensen ex I.J., D. brevifolium Lindb.) Lindb., D. flexicaule Brid., D. scoparium Hedw. and D. spadiceum Zett. Rather strong positions belong to Polytrichum commune Hedw., P. juniperinum Hedw., P. piliferum Hedw. and P. strictum Brid. The remaining genera and families of mosses are represented by single species. A brief analysis of the studied bryoflora is given.

Failure, crisis, or renewal? The Eastern policy of the European Union and the war in Ukraine

This paper’s objective is to study the impact of the war in Ukraine on the Eastern policy of the European Union. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to highlight this policy’s position in the overall international activity of the EU, as well as its characteristic features, main goals, instruments, and two components: the strategic partnership with Russia and the Eastern Partnership (EaP). The substantive part of the paper contains an analysis which, taking into account the implications of the war in Ukraine, is intended to justify three research hypotheses. They concern: the complete failure of the strategic partnership with Russia, then the serious crisis of the EaP and, finally, the possibility of achieving success in the Eastern policy in the form of Ukraine’s accession to the EU. As indicated in the conclusion, this would provide the European Union with a permanently strong position in Eastern Europe.

COMPETITIVENESS OF HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE PROCESS OF EUROPEAN INTEGRATION OF UKRAINE

The modern higher education market poses the task for universities to ensure a strong competitive position. The relevance of the presented study is determined by the objective need for a theoretical understanding of the essence of global competitiveness of universities and the factors determining its formation, as well as a comprehensive analysis of state scientific and educational policy designed to increase the competitive potential of higher education in Ukraine in the context of European integration. The possibilities of using strategic marketing tools to assess the competitiveness of universities in the labor market and within the framework of the triple helix model, as well as assessing the attractiveness of universities for applicants are outlined.

Strategi Pengelolaan Bandar Udara Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Melalui Kompetensi dan Disiplin Karyawan Berkontribusi pada Level Of Service

Based on the observation in Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Bima Airport, West Nusa Tenggara, several problems were found; the check-in counters were often disrupted or damaged, damage luggage could occur due to porters, incompetent employees in some fields, and indiscipline employees as the act of not paying attention to the company’s regulation. This study aims to determine the strategy for managing employees’ competencies and discipline at work that could contribute to the level of service at this airport and to which extent the role of employees’ competencies and discipline could increase the level of service. This study used SWOT analysis and interview as the research method. The results of the study show that the position of the airport is in a strong competitive position. Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Bima airport should continue its effort to improve its employees’ capabilities, discipline at work and to provide the supporting facilities of all aspects including increasing airport capacity and improving the human resources quality of airport management.

Development of electronic supply chain management strategy for food industry

In the current era of communication and competition, companies should concentrate on their main abilities and resources with electronic concept to enhance a reliable priority and get a stronger position in market. In other words, the manufacturers make efforts to develop their qualifications, whilst electronic supply chain management (E-SCM) is used as the supportive tool for the companies' development and reaching their goals. The operation of E-SCM plays a vital role in market and management section which can positively influence the profit and operations of the companies. The main purpose of this research is to investigate the impact of electronic supply chain integration management, supply chain risk management and competitive advantage through modelling the impact of the variables: production, distribution and procurement on the performance of food industries. The present research is based on the objective of the applied type and based on the nature and method of data collection; it is of the descriptive-correlation type. The study population of this research is the companies active in the food industry in Central Asia, from which a sample consisting of 211 companies was selected based on the Chu-Bentler method. Exploratory factor analysis method was used in this research due to the exploratory investigation of different indicators of the E-SCM variable. According to the results of exploratory factor analysis, SCM operations were grouped based on the three factors of procurement operations, production operations, and distribution operations, and the effect of these factors on the company’s performance using the structural equation modeling approach using the partial least squares method (PLS) was analyzed. The results indicate that the procurement operation does not have an effect on the company’s performance. Also, the research findings show that the production and distribution operations have a direct and positive effect on the company’s performance and improve the performance.

Linguistic forms of radio station promotion

One of the most relevant areas of modern media linguistics is the study of the radio language. Such components of the radio text as the name of the radio station, slogans, refrains, titles of headings and programs can affect the popularity of the media in different ways and contribute to the strengthening of its reputation to varying degrees. The purpose of this study is to characterize the key elements of the radio text that contribute to the promotion at the linguistic level of the brands "Autoradio", radio "Course" and radio "Seeker". The methods of observation, continuous sampling, quantitative and semantic analysis, systematization and comparison of linguistic material are used in the work. It is established that the most significant verbal forms of promotion of the analyzed media brands are the name of the radio and the slogan. The name of the radio allows the listener to correlate the content and the impressions generated, develops stable associations with the radio station. In all three cases, the radio name acts as a strong brand position, reflecting its idea; outside of other speech formulas, it is most often heard on "Autoradio". The slogans serve to reveal the unique concept of each of the radio stations, emphasizing the competitive advantage of each of them; this concept is most clearly revealed in the name and slogans "Autoradio" and radio "Course". The development of the internal image reflected in the verbal logo of the radio station, through the use of language play (primarily polysemy), the use of lexical means emphasizing the exceptional superiority of radio on a certain basis, make the key slogans of media brands unique and effective. In addition to the name of the radio and slogans, the promotion of media brands is facilitated by the use of on-air refrains and the names of categories / programs tied to the name of the radio station, however, such branding potential is not fully used by all auditory media.

“Formula of Water” in the Iconography of Landscape Painting in Medieval China

The theme of the sea in traditional Chinese painting is associated with the last decades of the development of the country’s artistic life, in particular with painting on the theme of the sea and ocean. The aim of the study is to determine the peculiarities of the embodiment of the image of the sea element in Chinese painting of the Middle Ages as a basis for the development of the marina genre in modern art. In the works of masters of the Song (960—1279), Yuan (1271—1368) and Ming (1368—1644) dynasties one can notice the repetition and interpretation of those “formulas” used by painters in medieval China. Such “formulas” are the established ways of depicting water surfaces with pen and ink, formed during the Song dynasty and developed in the Yuan and Ming eras until the seventeenth century. Particular emphasis is placed on the systematization of schemes for the embodiment of the sea in different states in Ma Yuan’s work, their sources, and how they were embodied and transformed by painters in subsequent periods. The use of schemes for depicting water made it possible to achieve the effect of dynamism. This was conditioned, among other things, by the specificity of artistic tools and materials used by masters, who had in their arsenal scarce artistic means. The artists endeavoured to invent and form their own method of execution for each theme. The article has theoretical and practical value. It supplements the history of the development of landscape painting in ancient China by analysing the origin and formation of the previously little-studied motif, which in the space of Chinese painting of the 20th — 21st centuries has taken a strong position.

ЭКО ОТБЕЛИВАНИЕ, ПЕРСПЕКТИВЫ БУДУЩЕГО

Beautiful, healthy teeth shining with healthy whiteness are an aspect of external attractiveness, success in other areas of life. Teeth whitening is a conservative method of aesthetic dentistry. A snow-white smile has taken a strong position in the beauty industry. However, the most common side effect of whitening is tooth hyperesthesia. Of the 150 patients surveyed, 132 people (88%) resorted to teeth whitening in their lives and only 18 people are categorically against teeth whitening. 59 people (45%) out of 132 teeth whitening patients regularly visit a dentist for professional whitening and selection of home whitening methods, the Phillips Zoom home whitening system. However, there is a category of patients - 73 people (55%) do not go to dental clinics, but use certain methods of home whitening on their own. Most often, they buy Crest whitening strips at the pharmacy, use apple cider vinegar, citric acid, or brush their teeth using ground birch (activated) charcoal. Of these 73 people, fifteen had tooth enamel hyperesthesia after brushing their teeth with birch (activated) charcoal. Therefore, despite the wide range of bleaching agents in the arsenal of a dentist, it seems necessary to develop, test and implement tools and methods for a quick, gentle and financially inexpensive way to whiten teeth. We have proposed an Eco-whitening complex of teeth, consisting of: Molasses, Silicon Dioxide, Sorbitol and White Wax / Gelatin. Eco-whitening complex is presented in the form of a sticker or chewing gum. Preliminary results of using the developed Eco-whitening complex of teeth showed that it does not harm health and the environment (does not require disposal). The teeth of 70% of the subjects, with the time of using this composition, whitened by two tones, the sensitivity did not increase, the tooth enamel was without mechanical damage. The use of the complex does not require adherence to the "white diet". The effectiveness of the developed Eco-whitening complex of teeth has been confirmed. It is easy to use, but not without drawbacks, requires storage in the refrigerator and the shelf life does not exceed 7 days. It is necessary to continue work on the improvement of the Eco-whitening complex of teeth to eliminate the identified shortcomings.

Analisis Kinerja Keuangan Bank Capital Indonesia Tbk

In order to ensure the smooth operation of an organization, it is essential for the organization to carry out a assessment of its performance, one which is related to its financial performance. The outcomes of this assessment will offer an insight into the financial feasibility and health of the bank, utilizing various financial ratios such as solvency, profitability, and liquidity ratios. This research employs a quantitative descriptive approach, involving the collection of financial data reports from Bank Capital Indonesia, Tbk. Spanning from 2020 to 2022. In general, Bank Capital Indonesia, Tbk. Demonstrates a strong solvency position, but it should place greater emphasis on enhancing the stability and sustainability of its financial performance, while also addressing fluctuations in profitability and operational efficiency.

PROSPECTS OF INDONESIAN AGRARIAN LAW SYSTEM REFORM TO PROVIDE THE WELFARES

Agrarian law in Indonesia has not been able to provide prosperity to society. This can be seen from the injustices that arise from a number of regulations in the field of agrarian law, including the Job Creation Law. This article aims to examine whether Agrarian law in Indonesia reflects Pancasila and is based on the mandate of the constitution, and whether there is a need for reform. This research is doctrinal research using a literature study. This study finds that agrarian law policies in Indonesia are still not in favor of people who have a weak economic position. The development of globalization and the pressures of investment make government policies still pro favor those with a strong economic position. Therefore, it is very necessary to have a bill to improve the UUPA to realize a just national agrarian politics to realize the wider community's welfare. Consistency towards recognizing ulayat rights and customary law also needs to be enforced in all government legal policies. This needs to be emphasized in Indonesian legal politics.

Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of the Tendering Process in the Public Sector: A Case of The Iringa Municipal Council

Public procurement operates within a stringent legal framework that must align with the broader goals of the Government. While procuring entities may have internal objectives, such as cost-effectiveness and timely service delivery, they must also serve the interests of the general public, who bear the tax burden. The study aimed to assess factors influencing the effectiveness of the tendering process in Iringa Municipal Council through financial resources, physical assets, and employee competence. A quantitative approach and cross-sectional design were used, whereby Transaction Cost Economics and Resource-Based View theories were adopted. Sixty-five employees were involved in this study. Descriptive statistics was used in data analysis. The findings showed that effective financial resource management plays a crucial role in influencing the effectiveness of the tendering process. The Iringa Municipal Council demonstrated effective tendering with its abundant financial assets, sufficient working capital, and strong financial position. Physical assets, such as well-maintained facilities and high-quality assets, positively influenced the effectiveness of the tendering process in The Iringa Municipal Council. Employee competence, commitment, education level, and experience significantly affected the effectiveness of the tendering process at The Iringa Municipal Council. The study concluded that financial resources are essential for an effective tendering process. Their efficient allocation and management are critical to success. Adequate physical assets and their maintenance are crucial for a streamlined tendering process. The study recommended that the Government should establish clear policies to ensure the effectiveness of the tendering process in public sectors. The Iringa Municipal Council should provide robust support and training to employees involved in the tendering process to enhance its efficiency. Further studies should explore additional factors contributing to ineffective tendering processes, such as the provision of substandard goods and services, missed deadlines, and punctuality issues in public sectors, to gain deeper insights into their causes and potential solutions

Conditions for professional support of school health promotion implementation in the Netherlands

Abstract Background The Dutch Healthy School Program (‘Programma Gezonde School’; HSP) is a whole school approach including education, stimulating physical and social environment, health services, and school health policies. Implementation support is offered by Healthy School Advisers employed at 25 regional Public Health Services (PHSs). To strengthen this professional support, this study aimed to map conditions for the degree of support offered by PHSs and received by schools. Methods The data collection plan was developed together with a Community of Practice. In 2021 and 2022, two rounds of semi-structured group interviews were conducted in 8 PHSs (N = 1-4 employees and ±3.5 hours in total per PHS). Interviews focused on the degree of support (intensity, quality, context-focus, position in PHS and region) and 24 contextual factors regarding: 1) Healthy School Advisers, 2) PHS organization, 3) collaboration with partners, and 4) broader context. Additional data were collected from public websites, year reports, and the Dutch registry of implementing HSP. Data were analyzed thematically in Nvivo. Preliminary results There is large variation in all aspects of support between PHSs. Main conditions for this variation are related to the PHS organization: its policy, internal support, capacity, and (long-term) allocated budget. Other key conditions are related to collaboration with partners: coordination, division of responsibilities, and communication structure. Prerequisites for all PHSs were cohesive adviser teams, the HSP, and national school health promotion focus. Conclusions In order to strengthen professional support for whole school health promotion implementation, it is essential to: 1) establish strong positioning and (long-term) resources in the organization, 2) establish clear coordination between Healthy School Advisers and partners supporting schools, 3) maintain cohesion among adviser teams, and 4) maintain and intensify national (school) health promotion policy. Key messages • Degree of professional support for whole school health promotion varies substantially. • Positioning in the organization and clear coordination among professionals are key in strengthening support.

'I felt part of the solution'. A qualitative study about the interface between lived experience advocates, professionals and organisations in the field of persistent pain.

To elicit perspectives of people with persistent pain about their experiences working with pain management professionals and services as patient advocates and to consider implications for current models of involving patients in service development and research. reflexive thematic analysis from a critical realist perspective. Online interviews were conducted individually with 10 participants who had acted as patient advocates in the field of persistent pain. Participants were recruited through purposive and snowball sampling. Data were analysed and organised into themes and are presented descriptively. The relationship between patient advocates and the organisations they help is conceptualised as 'an unequal partnership'. Participants described positive and affirming experiences with individual health professionals and research teams (Respect). This often occurred within a context of inflexible organisational policies that presented barriers to participation including a lack of financial compensation and expectation to work to inflexible deadlines. As a result, patient advocates could experience a lack of value attributed to their experiences and voices (unmet needs from institutions). People with personal experience of engaging with services for persistent pain are in a strong position to contribute to service improvement. Although this contribution is recognised as valuable, it appears to be devalued by organisational barriers. Organisational policies around payment may lead to a lack of representation of those experiencing higher levels of disadvantage. As a result, services and policy makers may be missing out on insights that could be important for service development.

Iodine vacancies enhanced C-Br bond activation and debromination of decabromodiphenyl ether over non-stoichiometric bismuth iodide homojunction

The activation of carbon-halogen bonds is of great significance to realize the breakdown of halogenated contaminants. Herein, a series of iodine vacancies enriched BiOI1-x photocatalysts prepared by simple temperature regulation were successfully applied in photocatalytic debromination of decabromodiphenyl ether (BDE209) under irradiation (λ > 360 nm). The obtained BiOI-450℃ composed of Bi7O9I3/Bi5O7I homojunction with iodine vacancies exhibited the best photocatalytic capacity to debromine BDE209. The removal of the first bromine atom from BDE209 on BiOI-450℃ displayed strong position selectivity that meta-debromination is superior to para-debromination, with essentially no ortho-debromination products formed. The selectivity of meta-debromination on iodine vacancies is as high as 72 %, which is higher than the selectivity on oxygen vacancies and sulfur vacancies. The larger space of iodine vacancy is more conducive to accommodating the bromine atom, therefore stabilizing the meta-bromine atomic adsorption configuration of BDE209 and promoting the C-Br bond activation by O…Br halogen bond with the support of surrounding oxygen atoms. This work will provide a feasible strategy for efficient dehalogenation of halogenated persistent organic pollutants based on halogenated bond activation.

TELAAH HADIS KEPEMIMPINAN QURAISY MELALUI PENDEKATAN SOSIO-HISTORIS

Al-Mawardi listed the Quraish nasab as the seventh condition for the Ahl Imamah, which received many corrections from hadith scholars. The main reason is that the meaning of hadith is no longer relevant when it collides with current sociological realities. However, Al-Mawardi's argument is quite strong, because the majority of fuqaha simultaneously require that the highest leadership of the country must be of the Quraysh line. Therefore, this research answers this problem by examining the universal meaning in the Hadith and then contextualizing it. This research is included in library research whose methodological steps focus on interpretation using the asbabul wurud 'am approach (the cause of the decline of hadith at a macro level). The results of this research show that the hadith of the Quraish leadership which reads "al-Aimmatu min Quraishin" has a strong position as proof and evidence for the requirement of Imamah from the descendants of the Quraish. According to the majority of ulama, the scope of this hadith only focuses on the context of the highest leader of an Islamic state, not the area of ​​leadership whose political power is under the imamate of Zuma. Therefore, these hadiths tend to be technical and casuistic. However, the context of this hadith shows that the Quraysh had great power and influence. Leadership which has a strong influence in society is ultimately implemented in the leadership model in Indonesia.

Strategi City Branding Provinsi Bengkulu Melalui Festival Tabot

Bengkulu Province is an area rich in culture and traditions which are still considered a legacy from our ancestors, one of which is Tabot. That in this era of globalization, competition between regions is getting tougher by increasingly developing regional potential and uniqueness so that they are able to compete with other regions. In this case, a city needs a strategy to create a strong regional or global positioning, this is better known as City Branding. City branding is one of the appropriate strategies to be implemented by the Bengkulu Province Tourism Office to develop a city identity that can attract domestic and foreign tourists to visit Bengkulu Province. This research aims to understand the city branding strategy of the Bengkulu Province Tourism Office in developing city branding through the Tabot Festival. This research method uses a qualitative research method using a descriptive approach. This qualitative research aims to explain the phenomenon through interview, observation and documentation data collection techniques. In this research there were five informants who were taken using purposive techniques. In data analysis techniques by reducing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions. And checking the validity of the data was carried out using triangulation. The results of this research are for an identity strategy to first determine the identity of the city which can differentiate it from other areas which is symbolized using a logo or tagline. The objective strategy for city branding through the Tabot festival is to raise the image of the city and to attract the interest of local and foreign tourists. The strategy used by the Bengkulu Province Tourism Office is to collaborate with stakeholders related to the tourism sector such as the tourism industry, and to promote through media such as electronic media, online media, printed promotional media such as billboards and banners. The coherence strategy is to have a common message conveyed in promoting this branding, namely through communication carried out with other stakeholders by including the branding logo from Bengkulu Province.

“I knew it was a scam”: Understanding the triggers for recognizing romance fraud

AbstractResearch SummaryThis article investigates the contributing factors (or triggers) to a realization of romance fraud victimization, based on 1015 reports lodged with Scamwatch (Australian online reporting portal for fraud) between July 2018 and July 2019 (inclusive). The article examines the free text narrative of each report to propose five discernible trigger categories: further requests for money; characteristics of communications; verification checks; an offender's action(s); and being told by a third party.Policy ImplicationsBased on a comprehensive understanding of these five categories, the article advocates for broader messaging approaches to encompass financial literacy and well‐being, cyberliteracy and critical thinking skills, cybersecurity practices, and respectful and healthy relationships. Leveraging the use of these wider education and awareness campaigns could improve recognition of romance fraud. Importantly, it is suggested that banks and other financial institutions are in a strong position to focus their efforts on some of these broader messages to effect positive change.

Evaluasi Emergent Strategy Bisnis PLTS Atap PT X sehubungan dengan Ketidakpastian Strategis Permintaan Pasar

PT X is one of the developers of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants in the commercial and industrial sectors in Indonesia. Over time, there has been a strategic uncertainty of market demand since 2022, mainly affected by the strong bargaining position of Wilayah Usaha's state-owned enterprise (Wilus SOE). Wilus SOE plays a significant role, is given priority in the provision of electricity for the public interest as stipulated in the regulation, and also has a dominant share (95 percent in 2020), making it a de facto monopoly in the electricity business in Indonesia. Wilus SOE has legitimacy as a power distributor and therefore has the authority to approve the capacity of rooftop solar PV power plants. Referring to this situation, this research aims to identify the intended strategy of PT X and the emergent strategy in dealing with the strategic uncertainty of market demand. PESTEL analysis (political, economic, sociocultural, technological, environmental, legal) and five-forces framework (competitive rivalry, new entrants, substitute products, suppliers, customers), as well as emergent strategy evaluation, were used as the framework of this research. To strengthen the analysis results, in-depth interviews were also conducted with the management team of PT X. Based on the series of analyses, it can be concluded that PT X's business is strongly influenced by legal factors while the competitive rivalry and customers' factor have very strong forces. On the other hand, PT X has implemented an emergent strategy well in dealing with the strategic uncertainty of market demand, as an effort to maintain the company's profitability. This research is expected to provide benefits for PT X and other rooftop solar PV power plant developers to understand the emergent strategy in order to remain competitive in its business implementation.

Mental health deserves better: Resisting the dilution of specialist pre-registration mental health nurse education in the United Kingdom.

This article aims to draw attention to increasing genericism in nurse education in the United Kingdom, which sees less specialist mental health education for mental health nursing students and offers opposition to such direction. In 2018, the Nursing and Midwifery Council produced the 'Future Nurse' standards which directed changes to pre-registration nurse education. This led to dissatisfaction from many mental health nurses, specifically regarding reduced mental health content for students studying mental health nursing. Concerns have been raised through public forum and evolved into a grassroots national movement 'Mental Health Deserves Better' (#MHDeservesBetter). This is a position paper which presents the perspective of many mental health nurse academics working at universities within the United Kingdom. Mental health nurse academics collaborated to develop ideas and articulate arguments and perspectives which present a strong position on the requirement for specialist pre-registration mental health nurse education. The key themes explored are; a conflict of ideologies in nursing, no parity of esteem, physical health care needs to be contextualized, the unique nature of mental health nursing, ethical tensions and values conflict, implications for practice, necessary improvements overlooked and the dangers of honesty and academic 'freedom'. The paper concludes by asserting a strong position on the need for a change of direction away from genericism and calls on mental health nurses to rise from the ashes to advocate for a quality education necessary to ensure quality care delivery. The quality of mental health care provided by mental health nurses has many influences, yet the foundation offered through pre-registration education is one of the most valuable. If the education of mental health nurses does not attend to the distinct and unique role of the mental health nurse, standards of mental health care may diminish without assertive action from mental health nurses and allies.

Government Deficit Spending and Inflation: Alain Parguez and the Post-Keynesians

This article briefly recounts this author’s personal experience with Alain Parguez and sketches some of his important contributions over four decades. It then tackles the contemporary policy controversy concerning net public spending and inflation, which is once again contentious in today’s inflationary environment. Alain Parguez’s viewpoint was diametrically opposed to the Hayekian position that deficit spending is inevitably inflationary; the latter presumed positive relation between deficits and inflation being questioned by simple empirical evidence available from Western industrial countries. In his writings, instead, Parguez defended a strong Keynesian position on the productive role of public spending. Outside of interest payments on the public debt, he considered public spending broadly in the nature of public investment unassociated with any predictable inflationary consequences, except perhaps in a fully-employed economy. “Good” public budgetary deficits generate much-needed physical productive capital but also essential human/social capital via government transfers. This view is contrasted with the views of two other celebrated post-Keynesian/circuitist writers, Augusto Graziani and Hyman Minsky, who despite important common features of their analyses vis-à-vis those of Parguez, held a somewhat different view of the inflationary impact of deficit spending.